As an imposing 7-foot presence on a somewhat-lanky frame, the newly-drafted Alex Sarr can consult multiple different on-court examples across the NBA, should he wonder what type of impact he could have in Year One. On October 26, 2024, the Washington Wizards’ talented prospect did one better, sending one of his could-be blueprint’s shots into a sea of blue-and-red in Row A. Showcasing both defensive acumen and lateral quickness against Evan Mobley — among four players he likened his game to during 2024’s pre-Draft — Sarr mirrors the Cleveland Cavaliers star’s steps flawlessly before extending into an emphatic swat on his layup attempt. The Wizards didn’t conquer the soon-to-be-historic Cavaliers during regular-season game No. 2, but their literal No. 2 pick was a standout nonetheless. In 25 minutes, Sarr contributed a versatile 12 points, six rebounds, one assist, one steal, two blocks, two 3-pointers, and a team-high nine contested shots, per matchup tracking data. · Oct 26, 2024